Jewels and Jewelry – Page 66

An 18th Century French Watch Brand That Revels in Femininity

Charles Oudin, which first made timepieces in 1797, now focuses on dainty watches adorned with gems.

By Dmitry Kostyukov for The New York Times

An early version of the Cartier Baignoire was introduced in 1912. But this summer, as one editor said, ‘It’s the talk of the town.’

There are several reasons brands increased their prices in recent years, and positioning certainly was one of them.

The New York-based jewelry designer Temple St. Clair has entered her shopkeeper phase with her own boutique in Manhattan.

By Colin Clark for The New York Times